The Volta Regional Minister, Mr. James Gunu, has led a team from the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) to the Awomefia’s Palace in Anloga for a stakeholder engagement on the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for the Keta Port Project.
The meeting, attended by traditional rulers, representatives of the Anlo Traditional Council, and officials from the Anloga District Assembly, formed part of ongoing consultations aimed at ensuring chiefs and community leaders are fully informed and involved in discussions on the environmental, social, and economic implications of the upcoming port project.
Mr. Gunu said the engagement reflected the government’s commitment to transparency, inclusiveness, and community participation in the planning and execution of major development initiatives in the Volta Region.
“We believe that development must be done with the people, not for them. The voices of our chiefs and communities are crucial to the success of the Keta Port Project,” he emphasised.
Officials from GPHA presented findings from the Environmental Impact Assessment, outlining key mitigation measures to reduce potential environmental risks while maximising economic benefits for local communities.
They also addressed concerns raised by the chiefs regarding land use, relocation, ecological preservation, and the protection of local livelihoods such as fishing and salt production.
The session at the Awomefia’s Palace served as a pre-engagement ahead of the main public hearing, scheduled for October 23, 2025, which will be jointly organised by the GPHA, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and other relevant stakeholders.
As part of preparations for the hearing, GPHA officials, in collaboration with the Ketu South, Keta, and Anloga Municipal and District Assemblies, will embark on a three-day community sensitisation exercise. The outreach aims to provide residents in affected and adjoining communities with an opportunity to share their views, seek clarifications, and access accurate information on the project’s scope and timelines.
Mr. Gunu urged all residents and stakeholders to actively participate in the upcoming consultations to ensure that the project delivers sustainable and inclusive benefits to the Volta Region and the country.
“The Keta Port Project represents a transformative opportunity for our region. Let us remain engaged, informed, and united to ensure it brings lasting economic growth and social progress for our people,” he stated.
Envisioned as a major maritime and logistics hub in Ghana’s eastern corridor, the Keta Port Project is expected to boost trade, create jobs, and accelerate infrastructure development along the country’s coastal belt when completed.
GNA
